Saturday 31 August 2013

Healthcare levy under new attack-Proposed scheme to charge migrants not cost effective, warns BMA

Healthcare levy under new attack-Proposed scheme to charge migrants not cost effective, warns BMA

Britain’s leading medical union has warned the Government that plans to extend the charging system for migrants and short term visitors attempting to access healthcare in the UK could damage health services. The British Medical Association (BMA) said the proposals to change the financial contribution system for migrants and overseas visitors would involve a 
Ban Ki Moon awaits report into Syria

Ban Ki Moon awaits report into Syria

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says weapons inspectors investigating an apparent Syrian chemical attack will leave on Saturday and will then submit their report to him. Hundreds are reported to have died in the attack near Damascus last week. US President Barack Obama said he had not yet decided on a plan of action. Other Read the full article...